A man was arrested in downtown San Diego’s East Village early Wednesday morning after he allegedly attacked an Uber driver, stole his car and crashed into another car in front of a hotel, police confirmed.
The San Diego Police Department (SDPD) said the bizarre crime began around 2:15 a.m. with the assault and carjacking of an Uber driver at 10th Avenue and E Street.
Police said the Uber driver was in a parking lot when the 28-year-old suspect walked up to his Nissan Versa, punched the driver in the face and drove off in the victim’s car.
Minutes later, the stolen car was reported to have crashed into another vehicle in front of the lobby of the San Diego Marriott Marquis & Marina at 333. W. Harbor Dr.
After the collision, police said the suspect ran into the hotel and began pounding on doors. Officers were called to the hotel and, after a short struggle with the suspect, took him into custody. No injuries were reported at the hotel.
The suspect was identified as the man who punched the Uber driver and stole his car. The suspect’s name was not released. It is unknown if drugs or alcohol were factors in this case.
The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information should reach out to the police department or Crime Stoppers at (888) 580-8477.
